Head to head
Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 12,110kg and has 86kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 12,110kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 86kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135W-7 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,500 - 15,900kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) | 18.9kW |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135W-7, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 12,110kg
- you want one that has 86kW more power
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135W-7 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 12,110kg and has 86kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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